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Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, commonly known as Brighton, is a professional soccer club based in Brighton, England. The club was founded in 1901 and has a rich history in English football. Brighton's home venue is the Falmer Stadium, also known as the Amex Stadium, which has a seating capacity of over 30,000. The club's nickname is "The Seagulls," which is derived from the seagulls that are commonly found in the coastal city of Brighton. Brighton has had its fair share of accomplishments over the years. They have won the Football League Third Division title four times and the Football League Second Division title once. In recent years, Brighton has enjoyed success in the English Football League Championship, earning promotion to the Premier League for the first time in the club's history in the 2017-2018 season. This achievement marked a significant milestone for the club and its loyal fanbase.